M-55 6u2846193 Marine Growth Preventing System
M-55 6u2846193 Marine Growth Preventing System
M-55 6u2846193 Marine Growth Preventing System
K.C. LTD.
1589-6, Songjung-dong, Kangsu-ku, CAUTION
THIS DOCUMENT CONTAINS CONFIDENTIAL
Busan 618-818, Korea AND PROPRIETARY INFORMATION OF
K.C. LTD.
Description Page No
List of contents 1
Introduction Sheet 2 2
Instructions for Control Panel Sheet 3 3
Instructions for fitting Anode Sheet 4 4
Wiring of System Sheet 5 5
Troubleshooting Sheet 6 6
In-service Instructions & current setting Sheet 7-9 7-9
Maintenance Sheet 10 10
Instruction of anode renewal Sheet 11 11
Specification Sheet 12-13 12-13
System wiring diagram Drg No. MSWD4W 14
Detail of Control Panel Drg No. MCKC4WH 15
Detail of Junction Box Drg No. MJ04 16
Detail of Anode assembly Drg No. MAKF23 17
Position of Anodes in Strainer Drg No. MAPST02 18
Onboard spare list Drg No. MSPR07-1A 19
Log sheet Sheet 20 20
K.C. LTD.
1589-6, Songjung-dong,Kangsu-ku,
Busan 618-818,Korea
Tel : +82 51 831 7720
Fax : +82 51 831 7726
E-mail : [email protected]
Web : http://www.iccp-mgps.com
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(0) : 14/10/05
The system is based on the electrolytic principle consisting of copper and aluminium anodes which
are fed with a fixed impressed electrical current from control panel.
The System is designed to give continuous protection with the minimum maintenance against
marine growth and corrosion caused by marine growth in seawater service line. It will provide
complete protection through the full designated anode life.
Excessive anode current will result in an excessive rate of consumption of the anodes, and then
reducing their life and possibly leaving the water system unprotected if the anodes are worn out.
SYSTEM PRINCIPLE
CU Anodes are manufactured from copper as major part for system. The copper anode produces
ions which are transported by the seawater and carried into the pipework system to prevent marine
growth.
They release ions during electrolysis as following reactions.
AL Anodes are manufactured from aluminium as supplementary part for system. The slow
dissolution of the aluminium anode produces ions which spread throughout the system and produce
an anti-corrosive layer on the internal surface of sea water cooling lines.
They release ions during electrolysis as following reactions.
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(C) : 02/05/29
DISPLAY
The panel contains digital display according to the quantity of anode. Current setting for each
anode can be easily adjusted by up-down button and is shown in the digital display.
The alarm lamp will be ‘ON’ when improper current to each anode is set and any failure of system
operation. This alarm can be connected to vessel’s alarm system externally.
FIXING
Two mounting bars with four holes for M10 are incorporated on the back plate of the panel.
We recommend a bulkhead mounting in close proximity to the anodes to avoid voltage drop and
cutting cable run costs.
Run cable from available power source .... via gland to terminal marked 'Mains In'.
Be sure to connect correct cable to terminal.
SETTING UP
Once the cables have been run and connected, the System is ready to be switched on.
NOTE - the following procedure can only be carried out with the anodes in seawater.
2. Set all anodes currents by pressing the buttons unless the readings of digital display
correspond to each current specified in Operation Manual.
3. Switch off until ship starts engine(s) up and switch on when sea water pumps are running.
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(A) : 99/06/18
For strainer
INSTRUCTION FOR FITTING ANODES
(JIS 5K-150A PAD FLANGE TYPE)
Before works, make sure anode overhaul height by the length of anodes & mounting sleeve over
the strainer lid. It is important that anodes are mounted in the vertical position unless otherwise
stated on the K.C. drawings for specific vessels.
FITTING
1. If K.C. Ltd have supplied drawings for your specific system.
Burn a hole in the strainer lid 180mm diameter in position stated on drawing.
Weld mating flange in position (weld on both sides) and fit 8 studs to mating flange.
3. Weld mating flange in position on top of the lid (weld on both sides) and fit 8 studs to mating
flange.
WARNING
It is required to have insulation test of anode after installation before ship`s launching.
HOWEVER NEVER TEST WITH HIGH VOLTAGE MEGGER TESTER.
TEST METHOD AFTER INSTALLATION ;
1. Use analog multi tester.
2. Select resistance range (10kR).
3. Direction (Anode : +, Hull : -)
4. Confirm the resistance value above 30kΩ between anode cable and hull.
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(D) : 18/11/05
WIRING OF SYSTEM
Marine rubber double insulated. Use one core per anode and one core per earth return.
The minimum core size for all cable is as follows : -
Each anode is assembled with different cable color for easy identification as follows;
WIRING UP
An earth (-ve) return must be installed at each separate anode location i.e. if the system supplied is
designed for 2 sea chests/strainers then 2 earth returns must be used. Use a min of 1 earth return for
every 4 Anodes. Ensure that a separate core of a multicore cable or a completely separate cable is
used for this purpose. Use cable as specified above. Connect to the terminals available in the
rear of the control unit marked 'earth returns'.
We suggest the cable connections are made by welding a bolt on to the strainer or sea chest close to
the anodes (but no nearer than 250mm).
Fit junction box close to anodes and wire to control panel using recommended cable as per
attached wiring diagram and control box drawing.
After switching on, check the polarity of the anodes in relation to the hull.
All anodes are to be positive, relative to a negative hull.
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K.C. LTD. M.G.P.S. (HSY)
REV(D)20/07/10
02 ‘0’ reading or 1) Anodes are not immersed in the 1) Fill sea water.
no display on sea water.
display key pad
2) Anode cable has been severed. 2) Check anode cable and connect
of control panel
tightly.
4) Some air pocket inside sea chest / 4) Purge out air pocket.
strainer.
03 Alarm led light 1) Current has been set zero or max. 1) Adjust normal current.
(red) on
2) Anode cable has been severed. 2) Check anode cable connection
tightly.
04 Alarm led light 1) System got faulty. 1) Contact K.C.ltd. for remedy.
(red) blinking
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(A) : 99/06/18
IN-SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
DESCRIPTION
Once the System has been installed it will perform two functions : -
1. Eliminate marine growth and reduce the corrosion rate in the seawater service lines.
2. The System uses impressed current sacrificial anodes which last to designed life.
Once in service the anodes will require renewal within designed life.
Refer to instruction of anode renewal as specified separately.
Please ensure a reasonable dispatch time when ordering replacement anodes.
When ordering, inform of maker's reference number specified on the cover sheet of this drawing.
ADJUSTMENTS
The control panel is fully automatic and therefore does not require any adjustments in service.
CHECKING
We suggest that as a matter of course the Control Panel should be checked every week.
When checking, see that all the digital display ammeters are working, this will determine all is
correct. When the anodes have nearly wasted, the digital display above the corresponding anode
will start to fall. When this happens, turn the anode current knob back to zero and leave it until
the anode renewal.
Reset once again at sea after renewal to current settings given previously.
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(E) : 10/03/2014
When anodes are positioned at strainer (filter box) or independent tank, anodes should be regularly
checked for the wear down.
Regarding uneven wearing (particularly wear down in the middle) of anode you may put tape or
apply paint(epoxy paint) about 3~4 times except 300mm long from the anode bottom after
complete dry up of anode surface, which can help anode dissolved from bottom. Refer to the below
drawing.
* Note;
Apply touch-up paint during the regular inspection in case the tar free epoxy paint is removed.
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(B) : Nov.22,11
The effective working of the system can only be determined by inspection and it is suggested that
if after some 6 months of operation the opportunity to examine a strainer, length of pipe or heat
exchanger, presents itself, this should be done.
In the event of there being signs of infestation, the current to each anode in this section should be
increased by a maximum of 0.4 amps, but if no fouling is present the current to each anode within
this section may be reduced by a maximum of 0.2 amps.
This routine can be repeated at intervals, the current being adjusted accordingly.
CAUTION : The higher the current setting the shorter the anode life.
The lower the current setting the greater the anode life.
STBD PORT
Anode Ref. Current settings Anode Ref. Current settings
Cu 1 1.8A Cu 2 1.8A
Al 1 2.0A Al 2 2.0A
NOTE :
1. Turn the current setting down to 0.4 Amp for the strainer not in use but be sure to return to
operating current as above when the strainer comes in use.
2. When ship is passing the fresh/brackish water please note the output current from anodes
could be down around ‘0’ Amp and then it triggers alarming. So if the case comes, switch
off the system and after the ship passes over the fresh/brackish water please switch on again.
CAUTION
Customers are recommended for the purchase of genuine parts from us.
Imitated parts make the system get fatally damaged.
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REV(A) : 08/08/28
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
1) Every Day
- Open the air vent every day to prevent air pocket inside strainer.
2) Every Week
- Record the current of digital display on the log sheets provided.
3) Every Month
- Fill out the log sheet and return to K.C.LTD. for professional diagnosis/comment.
CAUTION
1. Purge air pocket fully before opening strainer lid.
2. Keep wearing gloves and mask during strainer cleaning.
3. When opening the strainer lid for regular check inside strainer, lift up strainer lid without
anodes removal and laying it down as per the below picture for proper treatment.
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K.C. LTD. MGPS DOCUMENT
REV(B) : 09/12/15
Life of anodes is designed on specification and the time of anode exchange will be noticed from
falling down of digital display of each anode on control panel. Exchange of anodes can be
carried out as following procedures.
K.C. Ltd. provides renewal anodes in a complete assembled set including all accessories, flange
and cable. So customer is required to disconnect anode cable and flange bolts only for
replacement.
NOTE
3. Remove anode flange together with used anode from sea chest or strainer.
6. Connect anode cable in junction box at the correct position and switch on control panel when
sea water pumps are running.
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K.C. LTD.
SPECIFICATION FOR M.G.P.S
Weight required for system Cu(Copper) : 2ppb x 1,950 ㎥/h x 3 years x 24 hours
per strainer x 365 days x 10-6 = 102.5 kg
Al(Aluminium) : 0.5ppb x 1,950 ㎥/h x 3 years x 24 hours
x 365 days x 10-6 = 25.6 kg
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K.C. LTD.
SCOPE OF SUPPLY AND WEIGHTS PER HULL
ON BOARD SPARES
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K.C. LTD.
1589-6, Songjung-dong, Kangsu-ku, Busan 618-818, Korea
Tel)+82 51 831 7720 Fax)+82 51 831 7726 Web : http://www.iccp-mgps.com E-mail : [email protected]
Weekly Log for Anti-fouling System (M.G.P.S.) & Shaft Earthing Device
Vessel Name Owner
Anode Change Over Period : year Last renewal of Brush Logging Month
▶ Keep shaft potential below 80mV. Slip ring to be cleaned and brushes to be in tight contact.
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